How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T: all ways + hidden chips MIUI

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T is still one of the most popular budget smartphones due to balanced specs and support MIUI. But even experienced users sometimes have difficulty in creating screenshots — especially if it comes to non-standard scenarios: long pages, games or working with gloves. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to take a screenshot on the Redmi Note 8T, including little-known features MIUI, which will simplify the process.

It's important to understand that the methods differ not only in convenience but also in results. For example, the classic button combination works for most tasks, but it won't work if one of the buttons is damaged. And gesture commands speed up the process, but require pre-tuning. We tested each method on MIUI 12-14 firmware and found nuances that are not mentioned in the official instructions.

If you’re looking for a way to take a screenshot of a particular type — like a scrolling page or a screenshot of annotations — use the table of contents below. For beginners, we recommend starting with the Classic Way section, and experienced users will find hidden MIUI features like automatic text recognition on screenshots or saving to Mi Cloud without manual confirmation useful.

1. Classical method: button combination

The most reliable and versatile method that works on all versions of MIUI and does not require additional adjustments, is suitable even if the touch screen does not respond to touch (for example, wearing gloves or if the touch screen is damaged).

To take a screenshot of the Redmi Note 8T buttons:

1. Open the screen that you need to lock.
2. At the same time, press the power button (right) and the volume reduction button (left).
3. Hold them for 1-2 seconds until you hear the sound of the camera shutter and see the animation of the save.

⚠️ Warning: If you press the buttons longer than 3 seconds, the smartphone can interpret this as a command to turn off or reboot. Also avoid pressing the volume button - this will cause the emergency call menu.

• ✅ It works always, even when the interface is stuck.
• ✅ No need for internet or additional permissions.
• ❌ It is not easy to use one hand (especially on large smartphones).
• ❌ It can accidentally activate other features (e.g. Google Assistant for long retention).

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If the buttons are not pressed well, try cleaning the connectors with compressed air or a soft brush, and often the problem is mechanical contamination, not software failure.

2.Gestural screenshot: three-finger swipe

The Gesture Screenshot feature appeared in MIUI 10 and has since become one of the most user-friendly features of the Redmi Note 8T. It allows you to take a screenshot in one motion without taking your hands off the body, especially useful in games or when watching videos when buttons are locked.

To activate the gesture:

1. Go to Settings → Additional settings → Buttons and gestures → Gesture screenshot.
2. Turn on the switch "Swipe three fingers down."
3. Test the gesture on the home screen: swipe three fingers from top to bottom across the display.

If the gesture doesn't work:

• 🔧 Make sure there are no greasy spots on the screen – the sensor may not recognize the touch.
• 🔧 Try swiping faster or slower: sensitivity depends on the firmware.
• 🔧 Reboot your smartphone – sometimes gestures are reset after updates.

3. Screenshot via notification panel

The method is suitable for those who prefer minimalist gestures or have problems with physical buttons. In MIUI, the notification bar contains quick access to the screenshot function, but it must be added to the list of active switches.

Instructions:

1. Turn the notification bar swipe from top to bottom.
2. Click on the icon "Pencil" (Edit).
3. Find the “Screenshot” list and drag it to the active area.
4. Now, when you deploy the panel, you will see the "Screenshot" button - tap it.

⚠️ Warning: If nothing happens after clicking on the screenshot button, check if the full-screen application (e.g., banking or gaming) blocks the action.

4.Voice assistant: screenshot on command

Xiaomi Voice Assistant (or Google Assistant) allows you to take screenshots without touching the screen, which is convenient if your hands are busy or the sensor is not working, but requires pre-setting and a stable Internet connection for speech recognition.

How to set up:

• 🎤 For Xiaomi Voice Assistant:
• 🎤 For Google Assistant:

Limitations of the method:

• 🔇 Does not work in Do Not Disturb mode or with the microphone turned off.
• 🔇 May be triggered with a delay (1-3 seconds).
• 🔇 In some apps (such as TikTok or Netflix), voice commands are blocked.

5. Screenshot of the page being scrolled (long screenshot)

Scrolling Screenshot (or Long Screenshot) captures all the content on a page that doesn’t fit on a single screen, which is essential for saving chats, web pages, or lists in apps. On Redmi Note 8T, it works in most standard applications (Browser, Messages, Contacts), but may not be supported in third-party programs.

How to take a long screenshot:

1. Take a regular screenshot of any of the above methods.
2. Immediately after the miniature appears in the lower right corner, tap it.
3. In the editor that opens, click on the Scrolling icon (two arrows down).
4. Wait until the smartphone automatically scrolls the page and connects the frames.
5. Click "Ready" to save the result.

⚠️ Note: The function may not work if:

• 📱 The page contains dynamic content (such as animation or video).
• 📱 The application blocks screenshots (for example, SberBank Online or WhatsApp in privacy mode).
• 📱 Lack of RAM – Close background apps before trying.

Close all background apps |Swipe manually to the end (to load content) |Switch off charge savings |Make sure mobile internet or Wi-Fi is on (for web pages) |Check out the free space in memory (needs at least 50MB)

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6.Editing and managing screenshots

Once a screenshot is taken, the Redmi Note 8T offers tools for quick editing and-sharinga.These features are often ignored, but they save time when working with documents or sharing information.

What can you do with the newly created screenshot:

• 🖌️ Edit: crop, add text, drawings or mosaic (to hide personal data).
• 📤 Share: send to Telegram, WhatsApp or mail without saving in the gallery.
• 🖼️ Recognise text: the function “Text from a screenshot” (available after clicking on the thumbnail) copies the text from the image to the clipboard.
• ☁️ Save to the Cloud: Automatically upload to Mi Cloud or Google Photos.

Where to find the saved screenshots:

• 📁 Screenshots folder in the gallery (path: Internal Memory) → DCIM → Screenshots).
• 📁 Google Photos (if automatic synchronization is enabled).
• 📁 In Mi Cloud (Section "Backups»).

⚠️ Note: If screenshots are not saved, check:

• 🔧 Permissions for the Gallery application (in Settings) → Annexes → Permits).
• 🔧 Free space on the device (minimum 100 MB required).
• 🔧 Sync settings in Google Photos or Mi Cloud.

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Text from a screenshot is offline and supports 10+ languages, including Russian, with a recognition accuracy of up to 98% for printed text.

7 Problems and Solutions: Why Screenshots Are Not Working

Even on a working Redmi Note 8T, screenshots sometimes fail, and we’ve collected common bugs and fixes based on user feedback and tests.

If none of the methods work, reset to factory settings:

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
2. Select Reset All Settings (does not delete files, but resets gesture and button settings).
3. After the reboot, re-set the screenshots.

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Before resetting your settings, export important data (such as an app list) through Settings → Google → Backup.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screenshots on Redmi Note 8T